Corner sofa dimensions
Often in the living rooms of large families there is not enough space on the sofa for everyone. The ideal way out of this situation is the corner option. Not only will it accommodate the whole family, but it can also accommodate unexpected guests.
We'll tell you what the sizes of corner sofas can be. This will help you choose a model taking into account the area of a particular room.
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Types of corner sofas
Today, manufacturers offer a wide range of corner type models. These include strict office monoliths, designer folding sofas, transforming models, and modular designs.
Let's look at each of the categories in more detail.
Monolithic
Monolithic corners do not expand or unfold.
Reference. Typically, such options are installed in client areas of offices or in living rooms of large houses, where there is no need for additional sleeping places.
The advantages of this design are its durability and reliability, because it does not contain moving elements.
Modular
Modular designs are becoming wildly popular today. In fact, this is not a solid frame, but a set of soft bedside tables or ottomans on wheels, which can be freely grouped as desired.
Transformers
Transforming sofas are designs that can be turned into a bed. Transformation mechanisms are very different. But it is precisely these sofas that allow the whole family to fit in a small apartment and are suitable for the living room and hall.
Standard size of corner sofas
Having clarified what types of corner furniture exist, let’s move on to their sizes.
How to measure the length and width of a sofa
Based on the characteristics of angular models, their measurements must be made as follows.
The body length is measured from the beginning of one section to the end of another, the corner section is also taken into account.
When measuring the width, we take into account not only the corner section, but also the base section.
Thus, all parameters are summed up, and we get the length and width values.
Standard parameters of corner sofas and beds
If we consider the standards, then the dimensions of the corner type are within the limits:
- 230-280 centimeters in length;
- 150-180 centimeters in width.
And despite this, manufacturers do not stand still. They listen to customers with different capabilities and needs.
Reference. Furniture is produced in small sizes, no more than 203 centimeters in length, and, conversely, excessively large ones, more than four meters.
Often such models are produced according to individual projects. In such projects, the greatest load is placed on the frame. That's why, When choosing a non-standard size sofa, you should pay attention to the strength and reliability of the frame.
Thanks to their transformation capabilities, the most popular and widespread types of corner sofas easily replace large double beds at night. During the day - used in recreation areas.
Standard parameters include width. According to her All sofas are divided into the following types.
- Single. With a sleeping area measuring 150 centimeters in length and 70 centimeters in width.
- Double. These types of sofas for sleeping are already up to 150 centimeters wide.
- There are also products designed for three people. They reach two meters in width.
Non-standard options
Paying attention to the needs of customers of the widest segments, manufacturers often deviate from standards both more and less. This makes it possible to install soft zones not only in classic-sized rooms, but also in small and large rooms.
Compact and small-sized
Non-standard ones include various small-sized types. Their sizes are 170 centimeters wide and exactly the same in length. This option is convenient if required installation in the kitchen or hallway.
This type of model folds out very easily, thereby providing a sleeping area suitable for accommodating one person. But it may also have hidden drawers underfoot that are suitable for storing dishes or various household items. This option is often installed in the kitchen.
As a rule, such sofas use universal angles in their design. They can be easily installed on both the right and left sides. This model is not strictly tied to the design specified by the manufacturer.
There are also more compact options.
- The sleeping area of such models is equal to 150 centimeters by 150 centimeters.
- Second option 130 centimeters by 200 centimeters.
Advice. These types of sofas are practical and very comfortable in small studio apartments or ordinary Khrushchev apartments.
In such rooms there is always a struggle for centimeters, because the bedroom space is limited. This type includes sofas with “tick-tock”, “dolphin” or “Eurobook” layout mechanisms.
Little ones
Often in stores selling furniture you can see models that are quite small in size. Often such designs are a “book”.
If we disassemble such a sofa, we get the length of the bed measures 125 centimeters by 140 centimeters.
In addition, you can combine such a sofa with another one - sizes 90 centimeters by 168 centimeters. This sofa will serve as an ottoman. Both parts are independent of each other.
Average
Medium-sized corner sofas are widespread and loved by customers.
They have the parameters of the place to sleep are around 200 centimeters by 150 centimeters. This is a recognized standard for upholstered furniture of this class.
If such a sofa is assembled, it will have a length of about 245 centimeters and up to 260 centimeters. This difference depends on the presence of armrests in the design and their width.
Seat depth can vary up to 150 centimeters, taking into account the back. The height ranges from 70 centimeters to 80 centimeters.
Large
If we talk about large corner sofas, then this class should include models that have a seat length ranging from two meters or more.
They come in both folding and monolithic types. Modular and standard options are available.
Often such sofas are produced according to customer designs in a single copy. As a rule, these models are equipped with various shelves, tables or a small bar that has the ability to cool drinks.This bar is usually located in the middle zone.
The dimensions of the sleeping place can be within 200 centimeters by 140 centimeters and up to 300 centimeters by 200 centimeters.
Configuration and dimensions of radius models
The latest innovations in the furniture market include radius models of corner sofas.
They come in the shape of a semicircle, look very beautiful, attractive and unusual. Most often, such models are designed in a modern design. In this type of furniture, the laws of such styles as Loft and Techno or Hi-Tech usually prevail, as the most progressive. But no one bothers to ask the manufacturer to make this type in the classic version.
The size of such a sofa will directly depend on the number of segments included in the layout.
Important! If you decide to purchase a radius sofa model, you should remember that it will require a little more space for its installation than models with a classic right angle.
If the living space is small, then this type of sofa will be appropriate only if its dimensions do not interfere with the free movement of residents.